Irishman of the Year Mary Jo Quinn waits for the beginning of a ceremony Sunday, March 17, 2013, to honor Irishman who died during the Battle of the Alamo.

Irishman of the Year Mary Jo Quinn waits for the beginning of a ceremony Sunday, March 17, 2013, to honor Irishman who died during the Battle of the Alamo.

Photo: Robin Jerstad, For The San Antonio Express-News

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The Rev. William Merriman, chaplain of the Harp and Shamrock Society of Texas, stands as the colors are presented during a ceremony to honor the Irishman who were killed in the Battle of the Alamo Sunday, March 17, 2013, at the Shrine.

The Rev. William Merriman, chaplain of the Harp and Shamrock Society of Texas, stands as the colors are presented during a ceremony to honor the Irishman who were killed in the Battle of the Alamo Sunday, March

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Kevin Dowd, President of the Harp and Shamrock Society of Texas speaks during a ceremony Sunday, March 17, 2013, at the Alamo to honor the Irish who were killed in the famous battle.

Kevin Dowd, President of the Harp and Shamrock Society of Texas speaks during a ceremony Sunday, March 17, 2013, at the Alamo to honor the Irish who were killed in the famous battle.

Photo: Robin Jerstad, For The San Antonio Express-News

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Irishman of the Year Mary Jo Quinn speaks during a ceremony Sunday, March 17, 2013, to honor Irishman who died during the Battle of the Alamo.

Irishman of the Year Mary Jo Quinn speaks during a ceremony Sunday, March 17, 2013, to honor Irishman who died during the Battle of the Alamo.

Photo: Robin Jerstad, For The San Antonio Express-News

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Irishman of the Year Mary Jo Quinn speaks during a ceremony Sunday, March 17, 2013, to honor Irishman who died during the Battle of the Alamo.

Irishman of the Year Mary Jo Quinn speaks during a ceremony Sunday, March 17, 2013, to honor Irishman who died during the Battle of the Alamo.

Photo: Robin Jerstad, For The San Antonio Express-News

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Harp and Shamrock Society of Texas President Kevin Dowd and Irishman of the Year Mary Jo Quinn stand solemly with a wreath to honor the Irishmen who died at the Alamo as "Amazing Grace" is played during a ceremony at the Alamo Sunday, March 17, 2013.

Harp and Shamrock Society of Texas President Kevin Dowd and Irishman of the Year Mary Jo Quinn stand solemly with a wreath to honor the Irishmen who died at the Alamo as "Amazing Grace" is played during a

The colors are presented at the start of a ceremony Sunday, March 17, 2013, to honor the Irishmen who were killed at the Battle of the Alamo.

The colors are presented at the start of a ceremony Sunday, March 17, 2013, to honor the Irishmen who were killed at the Battle of the Alamo.

Photo: Robin Jerstad, For The San Antonio Express-News

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Harp and Shamrock Society of Texas President Kevin Dowd and Irishman of the Year Mary Jo Quinn place a wreath to honor the Irishmen who died at the Battle of the Alamo during a ceremony at the Alamo Sunday, March 17, 2013.

Harp and Shamrock Society of Texas President Kevin Dowd and Irishman of the Year Mary Jo Quinn place a wreath to honor the Irishmen who died at the Battle of the Alamo during a ceremony at the Alamo Sunday,

Gabriel "Flap" Pugliese wipes his eye during the playing of "When Irish Eyes Are Smiling" during a wreath laying ceremony Sunday, March 17, 2013, at the Alamo to honor the Irishmen who fought in the Battle of the Alamo.

Gabriel "Flap" Pugliese wipes his eye during the playing of "When Irish Eyes Are Smiling" during a wreath laying ceremony Sunday, March 17, 2013, at the Alamo to honor the Irishmen who fought in the Battle of

The St. Patrick's Day River Parade passes through the Arneson River Theater in a dyed-green San Antonio River Sunday afternoon, March 17, 2013.

The St. Patrick's Day River Parade passes through the Arneson River Theater in a dyed-green San Antonio River Sunday afternoon, March 17, 2013.

Photo: Robin Jerstad, For The San Antonio Express-News

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Norma Faz and Vicky Sanchez of San Antonio are dressed for St. Patrick's Day as they await the annual parade at the Arneson River Theater Sunday afternoon, March 17, 2013.

Norma Faz and Vicky Sanchez of San Antonio are dressed for St. Patrick's Day as they await the annual parade at the Arneson River Theater Sunday afternoon, March 17, 2013.

Photo: Robin Jerstad, For The San Antonio Express-News

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Kevin Dowd, President of the Harp and Shamrock Society of Texas and Irishman of the Year Mary Jo Quinn wave to spectators during the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade on the dyed-green San Antonio Sunday, March 17, 2013.

Kevin Dowd, President of the Harp and Shamrock Society of Texas and Irishman of the Year Mary Jo Quinn wave to spectators during the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade on the dyed-green San Antonio Sunday, March

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Cheers go up as the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade makes its way along the dyed-green San Antonio River Sunday afternoon, March 17, 2013.

Cheers go up as the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade makes its way along the dyed-green San Antonio River Sunday afternoon, March 17, 2013.

Photo: Robin Jerstad, For The San Antonio Express-News

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Jon Corby of Nashville, Tenn., is dressed for St. Patrick's Day as he awaits the annual parade at the Arneson River Theater Sunday afternoon, March 17, 2013.

Jon Corby of Nashville, Tenn., is dressed for St. Patrick's Day as he awaits the annual parade at the Arneson River Theater Sunday afternoon, March 17, 2013.

Photo: Robin Jerstad, For The San Antonio Express-News

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Kevin Dowd, President of the Harp and Shamrock Society of Texas and Irishman of the Year Mary Jo Quinn wave to spectators during the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade on the dyed-green San Antonio Sunday, March 17, 2013.

Kevin Dowd, President of the Harp and Shamrock Society of Texas and Irishman of the Year Mary Jo Quinn wave to spectators during the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade on the dyed-green San Antonio Sunday, March

Five year old Imij Armstead tries out her dance moves as St. Patrick's Day is celebrated at a traditional Irish Hooley at the Beethoven Mannerchor Hall on March 16, 2013.

Five year old Imij Armstead tries out her dance moves as St. Patrick's Day is celebrated at a traditional Irish Hooley at the Beethoven Mannerchor Hall on March 16, 2013.

Photo: Tom Reel, San Antonio Express-News

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Sean Dooley sips a beer as St. Patrick's Day is celebrated at Beethoven Hall on March 16, 2013.

Sean Dooley sips a beer as St. Patrick's Day is celebrated at Beethoven Hall on March 16, 2013.

Photo: Tom Reel, San Antonio Express-News

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Keri Robertson is handed a plate of traditional Irish food as St. Patrick's Day is celebrated at Beethoven Hall on March 16, 2013. Serving are Daryl Mcghiey and Briana Carpenter. Behind Robertson is David Sutherland. less

Keri Robertson is handed a plate of traditional Irish food as St. Patrick's Day is celebrated at Beethoven Hall on March 16, 2013. Serving are Daryl Mcghiey and Briana Carpenter. Behind Robertson is David ... more